Workation Visa (F-1-D) · Canadian applicants
South Korea digital nomad visa for Canadians (2026)
For Canadians, the Workation Visa (F-1-D) works on the same terms as everyone else: a €5,675/month income bar (Tiered by age and location (2025 GNI per capita KRW 52.41M): 35+ in the Seoul area 2× GNI (≈KRW 104.83M/year); 18–34 outside Seoul 1× GNI. Figure shown is the standard 2× tier, about USD 74,000/year.), up to 3 years, renewable. Canadians face no special bilateral quirks on this route.
Key facts for Canadians
- Minimum income
- €5,675/month — Tiered by age and location (2025 GNI per capita KRW 52.41M): 35+ in the Seoul area 2× GNI (≈KRW 104.83M/year); 18–34 outside Seoul 1× GNI. Figure shown is the standard 2× tier, about USD 74,000/year.
- Maximum stay
- Up to 3 years, renewable
- Processing time
- Varies by consulate — typically several weeks.
- Fees
- Varies by consulate — typically under USD 150.
- Family
- Spouse and children may accompany the applicant if covered by private health insurance of at least KRW 100 million.
- Health insurance
- Required — must be valid for the full stay
How to apply from Canada
1Confirm you clear the bar
South Korea requires Tiered by age and location (2025 GNI per capita KRW 52.41M): 35+ in the Seoul area 2× GNI (≈KRW 104.83M/year); 18–34 outside Seoul 1× GNI. Figure shown is the standard 2× tier, about USD 74,000/year.. Run your numbers through our income checker first — it is the fastest way to rule countries in or out.
2Apply from Canada
Canadians typically file at the South Korea consulate with jurisdiction over their place of residence. Apply at a Korean embassy or consulate in your home country.
3Prepare for the permit stage
After the consulate issues your visa, complete the local registration and residence-permit steps on arrival — timelines for this stage are in the full South Korea guide linked below.
4Sort tax before you fly
Tax residency usually follows 183+ days of presence, and your home country may still want a return. Read the tax notes below, then confirm your position with a qualified advisor.
Tax notes
Stays over 183 days can trigger Korean tax residency, but double-taxation treaties generally protect foreign-sourced income. Get professional advice for stays approaching a full year.
Tax rules are simplified here and change often. Confirm your position with a qualified tax advisor before making decisions.
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Not legal advice. Visa rules change frequently and consulates interpret them differently. Always verify current requirements with the official consulate or immigration authority before applying. Official source: HiKorea — official immigration portal.